'Account missing Overwatch license' error in Overwatch 2: What it is and how to fix it

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Overwatch 2 Beta is live and the developers are receiving a massive response from the fans. However, since the game is still in its beta stage, many players are experiencing an error 'Account missing Overwatch license.'

Announced in late 2019, Overwatch 2 is the sequel to the fan-favorite Hero Shooter FPS, Overwatch. To get the beta invite, players need to register for it through Blizzard’s official website. Alternatively, players can also get invites through Twitch drops from the partnered streamers. This feature is live at the moment.

However, some of the players who got the beta invite tried to hop into the game with their friends and are facing an error. This error is a critical one as it prevents players from accessing the game. This article aims to explain this error and inform the readers about a possible fix.

A large number of players have been invited to play the Overwatch 2 beta ahead of its official launch.

While some players may be able to access Overwatch 2 without any hassle, others are unable to play the game due to an error. The error gives the prompt 'Account missing Overwatch license' as players try to start the game. After this error is displayed on the screen, players are no longer able to open the game.

To play the game, players need to have an active Overwatch license. This error can be due to a server issue. The game is still in the beta stage and is not completely stable yet. Hence, there is a possibility that the servers are not able to detect the active license that is registered on the player’s account.

According to the latest report, Blizzard Entertainment has acknowledged the issue and are working on fixing it. Blizzard has asked fans to have some patience and has assured the players that they will